2001 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
